NAH Livestock Consulting

07/30/2026

TAKING ORDERS NOW! 🐮🪱

FREE Eprinex Flag Whip with the purchase of a 5L Eprinex! Supply is limited for this promotion so grab them while you still can! Eprinex is also eligible for a $20 producer rebate with the manufacturer.

07/28/2026

Late summer forage quality typically declines mostly due to plant maturity and increased stem-to-leaf ratios. These grasses often drop crude protein levels failing to meet the nutritional requirements of lactating or fall-calving beef cows without proper supplementation.

Without proper supplementation, a protein & energy deficiency can occur and result in a loss of condition. If f***l patties begin to stack up in the pasture that is a pretty good indication that protein content needs to be evaluated. Ideally, we want to begin supplementation before cattle have lost body condition but sometimes it can sneak up on you.

In order to make informed decisions about supplementation and grazing certain forages, we recommend testing them at your local extension service. The test evaluates crude protein (CP) and neutral detergent fiber (NDF) to see if the forage meets your animals' energy demands.

Additionally, grasses like sorghum, johnsongrass, sudangrass, and millet can accumulate toxins especially if the plants grew under stress or heavy nitrogen fertilization. Careful evaluation of these forages may just save you a vet visit.

07/24/2026

Here is your reminder to just say NO to summer calves and pull them bulls in the next week or two! 🐮🏜🏝☀️

Summer-calving cows face heat stress, external parasite pressure from flies & fire ants, are at a higher risk for mastitis and are less able to fight off buzzards or coyotes before becoming completely exhausted from the heat. Planning for fall or spring calving can help improve herd health, calf performance, and overall productivity.

A little planning today can make a big difference tomorrow. On that note we like to preg check 30-40 days after the bull has been removed so go ahead and call us to get scheduled for your preg checks since we always fill the schedule up so fast! 📅
870-845-1122 Option 3

07/16/2026

The NAH Producer Tour is designed to provide timely information for our stocker operations and cow/calf producers.
Join the NAH Livestock Consulting team and our industry partners for an evening of education, discussion, and dinner.

Topics include:
• Chute-side diagnostics
• Reproductive management
• Parasite control
• Theileria
• New world screwworm

Bring your questions, connect with fellow producers, and enjoy a meal provided by our partners.
RSVP📱 Text: 870-845-1122
📧 Email: [email protected]
📷 Or scan the QR code on the flyer.

When you RSVP, please include:
• Which event you’ll be attending
• The number of guests in your party

07/08/2026

06/15/2026

🐮Producers' Guide🐮
The New World Screw Worm

✔️First and foremost, check cattle closely daily to monitor for any wounds. Cattle with open wounds are the most at risk for screw worm infections.

🪰Having a good external parasite control program using topicals, sprays, rubs, tags, and dusters is essential for preventing infections. We know it's rough out there, but rotating molecules is the best defense we have on flies. They are absolutely relentless right now.

🩺Forgo veterinary procedures such as branding, castrations, or dehorning until cooler weather arrives unless absolutely necessary. Dip navels on newborn calves in iodine, administer a dose of Dectomax injectable and apply a fly tag.

🩹When a wound is discovered, treat it promptly, clean it with mild soap and water, and apply a topical wound spray and a permethrin based aerosol spray to prevent or kill larvae.

⚕️When treating a wound or during veterinary procedures, we can administer conditionally approved products such as Dectomax injectable, Exzolt pour-on, or Ivomec 1% injectable for prevention and/or treatment of NWSW. Additionally, topical external parasite control products, fly tags, rubs, dusters, and foggers can be used to reduce external parasite pressure.

💉Severe wounds will likely require prescribed antibiotics and pain medication, which will be on a case-by-case basis. Please consult our office when these situations arise.

🪱If larvae or maggots are already present in the wound, begin by cleaning the wound with mild soap and water. Carefully remove and collect the maggots from the deepest part of the wound, as these are more likely to be the NWSW. Submit the collected maggots to our office for proper identification. Apply a topical wound spray and a permethrin-based aerosol spray to kill larvae.

📩Place the maggots in a container with 70% isopropyl alcohol for submission. It's important to stay calm—maggot infestations are not uncommon during the summer months, and having larvae in a wound doesn’t necessarily indicate a NWSW infection. However, proper identification is essential to confirm a case of NWSW.

MegAnn Harrington BS,CVT,VTS(LAIM)
Nashville Animal Hospital

06/04/2026

Please read our spring newsletter to prepare for NWSW.

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06/04/2026

NEW WORLD SCREWWORM DETECTED ON U.S SOIL!

We need our producers need to remain vigilant but not panic. On June 3, 2026, the Texas Animal Health Commission (TAHC) received confirmation of the detection of New World screwworm (NWS) in Zavala County, Texas in a newborn calf. The best thing that livestock producers and animal owners can do to prevent infestation is to put eyes on their animals as often as possible, remain vigilant by implementing enhanced management practices to avoid creating wounds, and promptly address any wounds. Utilizing external parasite control programs, preventing wounds and acting swiftly is the best prevention.

Current recommendations:
-Avoid procedures such as dehorning, castration or branding.
-If procedures are required utilize parasite control protocols set forth by our veterinary healthcare team.
-Cover wounds and treat then accordingly.
-Monitor cattle daily for wounds, scrapes, and even infected mucous membranes such as the eyes or the nose.
-If NWSW is suspected collect larvae for laboratory confirmation from the deepest part of the wound.

If you have questions please give us a call.

04/20/2026

This summer, more than ever, producers need to outsmart external parasites with a multi-system strategy. With disease threats looming and cattle prices climbing, now is the time to protect your herd and your bottom line. Don't let the small savings of skipping out on a control program today cost you big profits tomorrow—invest in a strong external parasite control program. If you have questions about your program or need to order supplies for external parasites, contact us today!